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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE GUIDELINES
VENT-FREE GAS LOG INSTALLATION
Only unvented gas log sets that comply with the standard for un-
vented room heaters, ANS Z21.11.2, can be installed in this fireplace.
Note: An appropriate IHP PRODUCTS, LLC hood (see Replacement
Parts and Accessories, pages 15 and 16) must be installed when
using an unvented gas log set.
WARNING: Do not operate an unvented gas log set
in this fireplace with the chimney removed.
VENTED GAS LOG INSTALLATION
Only vented decorative appliances (vented gas log sets) that comply
with the Standard for Decorative Gas Appliance for Installation in Solid
Fuel Burning Fireplace, ANS Z21.1.60, can be installed in accordance
with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANS Z223.1 in this fireplace.
WARNING: When using a decorative vented gas
log, the damper must be removed or permanently
locked in the fully open position and the glass doors
must be in the fully open position.
COLD CLIMATE INSTALLATION
The following installation procedures are recommended when install-
ing a fireplace system in a cold climate area. Following these steps
will aid in reducing cold air infiltration from fireplace enclosure into
living space.
1. Fireplace must be placed on a solid continuous surface. Add
insulation under fireplace in all cold climate areas.
2. Insulate under raised platform or cantilevered chase to reduce
air infiltration.
3. Insulate walls of chase, both outer and interior partitioning wall
(see Figure 26). Clearances from pipe to insulating material
must be maintained.
4. Install a firestop spacer in chase at ceiling level for safety and
reduction of cold air movement (see Accessories, page 16).
5. Do not insulate top of firebox. The opening in collar around chim-
ney at top of firebox must mot be obstructed (see Figure 27).
6. Before finishing fireplace enclosure, inspect all joints of outer
firebox. Seal any gaps of outer firebox with noncombustible
material. Caulk any gaps between nailing flange and framing.
Figure 26 - Cold Climate Installation
8 Foot
Level
Chimney
Termination
Flashing
Chimney
Sections
Insulate
Outside
Walls of
Chase
Joist -
Insulate
Same as
Ceiling
Firestop
Spacer
Solid
Surface
Outside
Base
Thermal
Barrier
Solid
Continuous
Surface
FIREPLACE
STARTER
COLLAR
KEEP THIS
AREA OPEN
Figure 27 - Fireplace Collar Opening
